万本电子书0元读

万本电子书0元读

Anne of the Island
Anne of the Island
Montgomery, L. M.
¥19.52
The third of a series of Montgomery's novels written about Anne Shirley from the fictional Canadian village of Avonlea.Follow Anne, who was introduced in 'Anne of Green Gables', as she leaves Avonlea to pursue her dream of studying at Redmond College in Nova Scotia.
At a Winter's Fire
At a Winter's Fire
Capes, Bernard
¥19.52
A fantastic collection of eleven short mysteries and poems from prolific English Victorian mystery writer Bernard Capes.
Memoirs from Mrs. Hudson's Kitchen
Memoirs from Mrs. Hudson's Kitchen
Heyman-Marsaw, Wendy
¥58.76
Mrs. Hudson is possibly the most famous landlady in literature. Presiding over the comings and goings at 221B Baker Street, she saw many clients, villains and Baker Street Irregulars during the tenancy of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. This series of columns, thoughts, recipes and memoirs are from a long-running column in the Sherlockian journal Canadian Holmes. In it the author, Wendy Heyman-Marsaw, puts herself in Mrs. Hudson's shoes, up and down the 17 steps, and recounts not only the time and era but the food, dining and eating habits of Victorian England. This book explores the meals Mrs. Hudson would have prepared and served her two famous lodgers, what food they would have had while on rail journeys or eaten at hotels around London or inns around England. You will also learn about Mrs. Hudson herself, her husband and even her views towards women's roles and rights in Victorian times. With many illustrations from the Strand Magazine, readers will get a rare peek inside Victorian life.
Dominion of the Air
Dominion of the Air
Bacon, J. M.
¥19.52
A fascinating history of the human passion for flight, and man's various methods, successful and otherwise, of becoming airborne.
Write Your Self
Write Your Self
Wade, Stephen
¥58.76
We live in an age of information, but very little of this is about the individual. Too often we communicate in no more than ready-made cliches. But now more than ever there is a need to know ourselves and to discover more about our own profound resources for imagination and creativity. Write Your Self has been written with this in mind: you will keep a journal, but it is structured and directed, and all the writing leads to more understanding of you. Whether you simply treat this book as a different kind of journal, or whether you use it as a basis for creative writing, the result will be a new access to your own words and to your personal development as an individual.
Adventures of Captain Hatteras
Adventures of Captain Hatteras
Verne , Jules
¥19.52
A fantastic classic adventure novel by the master of the genre Jules Verne. Follow the intrepid voyage of Captain John Hatteras to find the North Pole.
Where Have All the Pixies Gone?
Where Have All the Pixies Gone?
Shipley, Ian
¥14.62
Think about all the tasks you will need to do when you are your own boss
Watson
Watson
Ruffle, David
¥68.57
In 1936 an elderly Doctor Watson sits at his desk with a dictation machine, over a two week period, recounting the significant moments in his life. The expected publication of his autobiography never materialised. But in 2017 the wax cylinders containing Watson's words appeared and have at last been made available to the general public. This, then is the life of Doctor John H Watson.
To Unleash a Force
To Unleash a Force
Fletcher, M.W.
¥39.14
How does a country like England in 1987, fight terrorism with people that do not follow the rules of engagement? Major General Mick Strayker has the answer that is approved by the Prime Minister. His answer; is you send men whom are the best of the best, throw the rule book away and fight them at their own game. No courts no juries, hunt them down wherever they may be in the world and take them out. Unleashing a Force to be reckoned with. Max Storm code name Eagle 3, heads up the newly formed Operational Strike Command (OSC). Comprising of 6, six man teams. A highly trained covert military unit picked from the British top military units and rigorously trained further to hone their skills, which will take the fight right to the front door of the UK.'s terrorist enemies. Fast paced and full on action, on the streets of the UK and across continents. Welcome to the World of Max Storm, Major Mick Strayker and the Operational Strike Command (OSC), Britain's first and last line of offence.
Rewards and Dilemmas
Rewards and Dilemmas
Low, Roderick Craig
¥39.14
Hugh Ballater is a successful writer who enjoys international literary success, in contrast to his troubled personal life. After divorcing his wife, he leaves England and buys a house on the Kenyan coast where he continues to write. Finally at peace, he produces some of his best novels from his beachside retreat. With the unexpected arrival of a young Indian woman looking for work, his life takes a new turn. However, their encounter is short-lived as he dies unexpectedly. After his death, the reading of his will sparks a chain of events that has far reaching consequences for those closest to him. This love story crackles with intrigue and suspense around the dilemmas and rewards facing his housekeeper - the narrator of the story - and his ex-wife and children.
At the Earth's Core
At the Earth's Core
Burroughs, Edgar Rice
¥19.52
Written by Tarzan author Edgar Rice Burroughs, this book is the first in a series written about the 'hollow earth' realm of Pellucidar. Follow the intrepid David Innes as he tunnels 500 miles into the earths crust - into a secret subterranean world!
Authors of Greece
Authors of Greece
Lumb, Thomas Wallace
¥19.52
A fantastic look at the great Ancient Greek authors. Covers Homer, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, Aristophanes, Herodotus, Thucydides, Plato and Demosthenes.
Chronicles of Avonlea
Chronicles of Avonlea
Montgomery, L.M.
¥19.52
Set in the fictional Canadian village of Avonlea, which was also the setting for Montgomery's 'Anne of Green Gables' series, this collection of short stories have been delighting readers of all ages around the world for nearly a century.
Bacon
Bacon
Church, R.W.
¥19.52
A fascinating biography of the famous English philosopher Francis Bacon.
Eight Cousins
Eight Cousins
Alcott, Louisa May
¥19.52
This charming classic novel from 1875 by Louisa May Alcott (the author of Little Women) follows the story of the recently orphaned Rose Campbell as she struggles to cope with her new life as part of a large family, which consists of seven boy cousins and numerous aunts and uncles.
England under the Tudors
England under the Tudors
Innes, Arthur D.
¥19.52
A comprehensive look at the history of England during the rule of the Tudor monarchs (1485-1603).
English Fairy Tales
English Fairy Tales
Jacobs, Joseph
¥19.52
Forty-three traditional English fairytales collected by famed folklorist Joseph Jacobs. Contains childhood favourites such as Jack and the Beanstalk, the Three Little Pigs and Tom Thumb, as well as some forgotten classics like The Well of the World's End, The Magpie's Nest and Kate Crackernuts.
Fascination of London
Fascination of London
Besant, Walter
¥19.52
The Fascination of London' was a series of guide books written by Sir Walter Besant and G. E. Mitton about various different areas of London. This book is about the Strand District, the historical district that used to surround 'The Strand', the road that now runs from Trafalgar Square to Fleet Street but historically was far longer.
Yesterday's Papers
Yesterday's Papers
Edwards, Martin
¥53.86
On Leap Year Day in 1964, an attractive teenager called Carole Jeffries was strangled in a Liverpool park. The killing caused a sensation: Carole came from a prominent political family and her pop musician boyfriend was a leading exponent of the Mersey Sound. When a neighbour confessed to the crime, the case was closed. Now, more than thirty years later, Ernest Miller, an amateur criminologist, seeks to persuade lawyer Harry Devlin that the true culprit escaped scot free. Although he suspects Miller's motives, Harry has a thirst for justice and begins to delve into the past. But when another death occurs, it becomes clear that someone wants old secrets to remain buried - at any price...
Daughter of the Snows
Daughter of the Snows
London, Jack
¥19.52
The first published novel of the famous American author, journalist, and social activist Jack London. In the Yukon a Stanford graduate and "e;physical Valkyrie"e; Frona Welse is ostracised from her wealthy father's community after she befriends the town's prostitute.
Duet
Duet
Conan Doyle, Arthur
¥19.52
One of Arthur Conan Doyles more controversial novels in its candid portrayal of the troubled early years of a marriage, told in a series of letters and in prose.